Lake Maps

Fishing Regulations

Angling Opportunities

Both Baylor and Childress have been affected by drought and repeated golden alga blooms. Fishing at these lakes is poor and launching is very difficult. We are watching for a significant water rise and will restock when conditions improve.

Species

Poor

Fair

Good

Excellent

Largemouth Bass

Catfish

Flathead Catfish

Crappie

Sunfish

Black Bullhead

Fishing Cover/Structure

Most structure in Baylor Lake is created by flooded timber. There are some
areas of pondweed as well. The dam and points on the lake offer boulders and
rip-rap, while the upper lake has many cut banks and drop-offs. Childress Lake
has much more vegetation including pondweed, coontail, cattails, and milfoil.
The upper lake has flooded timber, but rock structure is limited.

Tips & Tactics

The best fishing period for largemouth bass is spring when
water temperatures reach 55-65 degrees. Carolina rigs, crankbaits, spinners,
and pig-n-jig baits
are all good options on either of these lakes. Focus on structure, especially
where 2 or 3 habitat types meet. For crappie, try fishing minnows near
structure along the dam or in the upper reservoir for the best catches.